Chikungunya
Get your Chikungunya Vaccine at Peak Pharmacy!
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease that is spreading across the globe, including parts of Africa, Asia, the Americas and even Europe.
At Peak Pharmacy, we can help protect you with the Chikungunya vaccine, available at our Peak Pharmacy Travel Clinics for only £185.
What is Chikungunya?
Chikungunya is caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), transmitted by infected Aedes mosquitoes (the same species that spreads Zika and Dengue).
Symptoms usually appear 3–7 days after a bite and may include:
- Nausea and fatigue
- Severe joint pain and arthritis-like symptoms
- Sudden high fever
- Muscle pain and headaches
- Skin rash
Most people recover within 1–2 weeks, but for some, symptoms, particularly joint pain, can last for months or even years, impacting your quality of life.
The Chikungunya Vaccine
This vaccine has a range of benefits for at-risk travellers, these include:
- Protection can last for years after vaccination
- Single-dose protection (only one injection required)
- Shown to provide a strong immune response in clinical trials
- Recommended for travellers visiting regions where chikungunya is present
Who should consider vaccination?
The vaccine may be especially recommended if you are travelling to:
- Africa
- Southeast Asia
- The Caribbean and South America
- Areas with known outbreaks or increasing risk
If you’re planning extended travel, visiting family abroad, or heading to rural areas where medical care may be limited, vaccination is particularly important.
Get your Chikungunya Vaccine at Peak Pharmacy!
Our trained pharmacists can provide the vaccine in a private consultation.
Other benefits include:
- Quick and convenient service
- No GP appointment needed
- Trusted local pharmacy care
Vaccine Price: £185 (One dose required)
Important Information:
As with all vaccines, side effects can occur. The most common include:
- Headache
- Mild fever
- Fatigue
- Soreness at the injection site
Vaccination may not provide 100% protection. Continue to use mosquito bite prevention measures such as repellent, nets and protective clothing.
Your pharmacist will assess your medical history before vaccination to ensure that this vaccine is right for you.
